The invention is for a point-of-care diagnostic device for detection of one or more biological targets of interest in a sample obtained from a patient and diagnosis of the patient, the device comprising: a reaction tube receiving chamber for receiving a single reaction tube that is associated with a radiofrequency identification (RFID) tag, the sample being received in the reaction tube and a biological reaction being conducted therein, when the reaction tube is received within the chamber; a sample sterilizer in communication with the reaction tube chamber configured to sterilize the sample by killing or deactivating microbes in the sample; a gesture sensor configured to receive a contactless user input from a user to initiate the biological reaction and obtain a diagnostic result of the sample; a thermal sensor for measuring and monitoring temperature of the sample during the biological reaction; an RFID reader configured to read the RFID tag associated with the reaction tube; a display screen configured to display the diagnostic result; and a wireless communication device configured to send the diagnostic result and patient data to another device. The invention also discloses a method of using the diagnostic device.
The invention relates to a taxon identification system for identifying a particular sample/specimen. The system includes an identification module which is configured to perform a canonical variates analysis (CVA) procedure by using reference data. The reference data is classified/divided into two or more taxon identification groups of which the sample/specimen may belong to/form part of. The identification module is configured, when implementing the CVA procedure, to (i) for each group, place/group sample data extracted from an image of the sample/specimen in the particular group in order to form a particular configuration and perform a CVA on the particular configuration in order to obtain mahalanobis distances between each group for that particular configuration; and (ii) identify the particular taxon group/species to which the sample/specimen belongs/forms part of, by utilising the calculated mahalanobis distances. The sample data and reference data may be morphometric landmark data.
G16H 50/80 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data miningICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics, e.g. flu
Ehrlichia ruminantium epitopes which induce a CD8 immune response. Multi-epitope DNA vaccines include the nucleic acids and polypeptides are encoded by the nucleic acids. Methods of eliciting an immune response against heartwater disease in a subject make use of the nucleic acids, multi-epitope DNA vaccines and polypeptides.
C07H 21/04 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids with deoxyribosyl as saccharide radical
This invention relates to a pasteurizer. In particular, but not exclusively, the invention relates to a pasteurizer which is also suitable for use in pasteurizing soy milk. The pasteurizer includes a pasteurizing chamber in that in turn comprises an outer tank, an annular inner tank substantially concentric to the outer tank, with the annular inner tank defining a pasteurizing section through which the liquid flows. A first heat exchange passage is defined by a hollow core of the annular inner tank, and a second heat exchange passage is defined between an outer surface of the annular inner tank and an inner surface of the outer tank. The pasteurizing chamber can be selectively configured in order for the heating gas to be directed through the first heat exchange passage only, or through both heat exchange passages.
A23L 3/16 - Preservation of foods or foodstuffs, in general, e.g. pasteurising, sterilising, specially adapted for foods or foodstuffs by heating loose unpacked materials
A23C 3/03 - Preservation of milk or milk preparations by heating the materials being loose unpacked
A23C 3/033 - Preservation of milk or milk preparations by heating the materials being loose unpacked and progressively transported through the apparatus
A23L 3/18 - Preservation of foods or foodstuffs, in general, e.g. pasteurising, sterilising, specially adapted for foods or foodstuffs by heating loose unpacked materials while they are progressively transported through the apparatus
A23L 3/22 - Preservation of foods or foodstuffs, in general, e.g. pasteurising, sterilising, specially adapted for foods or foodstuffs by heating loose unpacked materials while they are progressively transported through the apparatus with transport through tubes
A23L 2/46 - Preservation of non-alcoholic beverages by heating
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (South Africa)
Agricultural Research Council (South Africa)
Inventor
Vries, Filicity Ann
Kalombo, Michel Lonji
Abstract
This invention relates to a membrane and method for the preservation of agricultural produce. According to a first aspect of the invention there is provided a membrane for the preservation of agricultural produce comprising first and second outer polymeric layers, at least one of the outer polymeric layers being impregnated with a hydrophilic agent, and an inner layer dispersed in between the outer layers, the inner layer consisting of a polymer being impregnated with a carrier for incorporation of an antimicrobial volatile into the inner layer, the inner layer further including an absorptive agent, wherein in use, the membrane is placed proximate to agricultural produce to be preserved.
A23B 7/16 - Coating with a protective layerCompositions or apparatus therefor
A01N 25/34 - Shaped forms, e.g. sheets, not provided for in any other group of this main group
A23B 7/148 - Preserving or ripening with chemicals not covered by group or in the form of gases, e.g. fumigationCompositions or apparatus therefor in a controlled atmosphere, e.g. partial vacuum, comprising only CO2, N2, O2 or H2O
B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
A01N 65/44 - Poaceae or Gramineae [Grass family], e.g. bamboo, lemon grass or citronella grass
A01N 25/18 - Vapour or smoke emitting compositions with delayed or sustained release
A23B 7/152 - Preserving or ripening with chemicals not covered by group or in the form of gases, e.g. fumigationCompositions or apparatus therefor in a controlled atmosphere comprising other gases in addition to CO2, N2, O2 or H2O
B65D 65/42 - Applications of coated or impregnated materials
B65D 81/26 - Adaptations for preventing deterioration or decay of contentsApplications to the container or packaging material of food preservatives, fungicides, pesticides or animal repellants with provision for draining away, or absorbing, fluids, e.g. exuded by contentsApplications of corrosion inhibitors or desiccators
The present invention relates to nucleic acids comprising sequences encoding Ehrlichia ruminantium epitopes which induce a CD4 immune response, and sequences encoding Ehrlichia ruminantium epitopes which induce a CD8 immune response. The invention also relates to multi-epitope DNA vaccines comprising the nucleic acids and the polypeptides encoded by the nucleic acids. The invention further relates to uses and methods of eliciting an immune response against heartwater disease in a subject using the nucleic acids, multi-epitope DNA vaccines and polypeptides.
Lachenalia plant characterized by a bulb plant type having a spreading growth habit of a height of 15-30 centimetres (cm) and width of 10-15 cm; a hyacinth-like yellow flower with maroon tip which displays very compact inflorescence; and further having a lanceolate leaf form.
Lachenalia plant characterized by a bulb plant type having a spreading growth habit of a height of 15-30 centimetres (cm) and width of 10-15 cm having a purple flower with cream tips, and green leave with maroon spots, further characterized in that the spots are fairly pronounced in that it has a good contrast.
Lachenalia plant characterized by a bulb plant type having a spreading growth habit of a height of 15-30 centimetres (cm) and width of 10-15 cm; a bell-shaped multicolored yellow, orange and red flower.
Lachenalia plant characterized by a bulb plant type having a spreading growth habit of a height of 15-30 centimetres (cm) and width of 10-15 cm having a cerise pink flower and green leave with maroon spots.
Lachenalia plant characterized by a bulb plant type having a spreading growth habit of a height of 15-30 centimetres (cm) and width of 10-15 cm having a turquoise blue flower and green leave with maroon spots, further characterized in that the spots are relatively small in size and fairly pronounced in that it has a good contrast.
Lachenalia plant characterized by a bulb plant type having a spreading growth habit of a height of 15-30 centimetres (cm) and width of 10-15 cm having a hyacinth-like soft pink flower with spreading tips; green leaves with maroon spots, further characterized in that the spots are fairly pronounced in that it has a good contrast.
COUNCIL FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH (South Africa)
Inventor
Vries, Filicity Ann
Kalombo, Michel, Lonji
Mathabe, Patricia Mmatsetlha Kgomotso
Abstract
This invention relates to a membrane and method for the preservation of agricultural produce. According to a first aspect of the invention there is provided a membrane for the preservation of agricultural produce comprising first and second outer polymeric layers, at least one of the outer polymeric layers being impregnated with a hydrophilic agent, and an inner layer dispersed in between the outer layers, the inner layer consisting of a polymer being impregnated with a carrier for incorporation of an antimicrobial volatile into the inner layer, the inner layer further including an absorptive agent, wherein in use, the membrane is placed proximate to agricultural produce to be preserved.
A01N 65/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing material from algae, lichens, bryophyta, multi-cellular fungi or plants, or extracts thereof
A23B 7/144 - Preserving or ripening with chemicals not covered by group or in the form of gases, e.g. fumigationCompositions or apparatus therefor
A23B 7/148 - Preserving or ripening with chemicals not covered by group or in the form of gases, e.g. fumigationCompositions or apparatus therefor in a controlled atmosphere, e.g. partial vacuum, comprising only CO2, N2, O2 or H2O
B65D 81/24 - Adaptations for preventing deterioration or decay of contentsApplications to the container or packaging material of food preservatives, fungicides, pesticides or animal repellants
B65D 81/26 - Adaptations for preventing deterioration or decay of contentsApplications to the container or packaging material of food preservatives, fungicides, pesticides or animal repellants with provision for draining away, or absorbing, fluids, e.g. exuded by contentsApplications of corrosion inhibitors or desiccators
A01N 25/34 - Shaped forms, e.g. sheets, not provided for in any other group of this main group
A01N 65/22 - Lamiaceae or Labiatae [Mint family], e.g. thyme, rosemary, skullcap, selfheal, lavender, perilla, pennyroyal, peppermint or spearmint
A01N 65/36 - Rutaceae [Rue family], e.g. lime, orange, lemon, corktree or pricklyash
A01N 65/44 - Poaceae or Gramineae [Grass family], e.g. bamboo, lemon grass or citronella grass
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RECOMBINANT LUMPY SKIN DISEASE VIRUS KNOCK-OUT MUTANT AND USES THEREOF
This invention relates to a live-attenuated recombinant lumpy skin disease virus knock-out mutant, wherein the interieukin-10-like gene or a functional part of the gene has been inactivated in the viral genome. The invention specifically relates to the recombinant lumpy skin disease virus knock-out mutant, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the knock-out mutant, methods of producing the knock out mutant and uses of the knock-out mutant.
Citrus unshiu X) designated the variety name of ‘Sonet’ is described. The novel characteristics of the fruit include early maturity, tighter rind and firmer fruit does not puff easily and has an improved flavour compared to known varieties of Satsuma ripening at this time.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, as represented by THE SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE (USA)
INTERVET INTERNATIONAL B.V. (Netherlands)
RIEDER, Aida, Elizabeth (USA)
Inventor
Maree, Francois, Frederick
Blignaut, Belinda
Visser, Nicolaas
Abstract
Foot and mouth disease (FMD) viruses which are able to grow on BHK-21 cells in suspension are described herein. The new viruses are recombinant chimeric viruses formed by replacing the outer capsid coding region of a first FMDV strain, virus or isolate, which has previously been shown to be an effective vaccine strain, with the outer capsid coding region of a second FMDV strain, virus or isolate. The outer capsid coding region of the second FMDV strain, virus or isolate is also modified to introduce a heparan sulfate proteoglycan (HSPG) binding site. The chimeric viruses are then used as seed viruses in the production of inactivated vaccine antigens which have been tailored for specific outbreak situations or locality. The invention also relates to the product of expression of the chimeric FMD viruses and to uses therefor, such as to form antigenic, immunological or vaccine compositions for prevention of FMD.
C07C 215/18 - Compounds containing amino and hydroxy groups bound to the same carbon skeleton having hydroxy groups and amino groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms of the same carbon skeleton the carbon skeleton being saturated and acyclic with hydroxy groups and at least two amino groups bound to the carbon skeleton
C07C 311/18 - Sulfonamides having sulfur atoms of sulfonamide groups bound to carbon atoms of six-membered aromatic rings having the nitrogen atom of at least one of the sulfonamide groups bound to hydrogen atoms or to an acyclic carbon atom to an acyclic carbon atom of a hydrocarbon radical substituted by nitrogen atoms, not being part of nitro or nitroso groups
C07C 317/18 - SulfonesSulfoxides having sulfone or sulfoxide groups and singly-bound oxygen atoms bound to the same carbon skeleton with sulfone or sulfoxide groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms of the carbon skeleton
A61K 31/132 - Amines, e.g. amantadine having two or more amino groups, e.g. spermidine, putrescine
A61K 31/133 - Amines, e.g. amantadine having hydroxy groups, e.g. sphingosine
C07D 317/26 - Radicals substituted by doubly bound oxygen or sulfur atoms or by two such atoms singly bound to the same carbon atom
C07D 319/06 - 1,3-DioxanesHydrogenated 1,3-dioxanes not condensed with other rings
C07D 407/12 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, at least one ring having oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, not provided for by group containing two hetero rings linked by a chain containing hetero atoms as chain links
29 - Meat, dairy products, prepared or preserved foods
31 - Agricultural products; live animals
35 - Advertising and business services
Goods & Services
Meat, fish, poultry and game; meat extracts; frozen, processed, preserved, pickled, dried, cooked, canned, crystallized fruits and vegetables; food products containing fruit; jellies, jams; eggs, milk and milk products; edible oils and fats; prepared meals; soups. Agricultural, horticultural and forestry products and grains not included in other classes; live animals; fresh fruits and vegetables; seeds, natural plants and flowers; foodstuffs for animals; malt; food and beverages for animals. Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions; retail and wholesale, import and export services connected with the sale of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Citrus L.) designated ‘African Sunset’ is described. The fruit matures earlier than comparable varieties. In addition, the fruit includes a more pebbled rind, a lower acid content, and is almost seedless.
Citrus L.) designated ‘Valley Gold’ is described. The novel characteristics of the fruit include late onset of maturity of fruit, a distinct tougher rag and rind, and a darker external orange color (R.H.S. 28A) as compared to known varieties.
A tissue and/or microorganism activation and delivery container 10 comprising an anaerobic hermetically sealed first isolation chamber 12 for containing growth medium 14 and an anaerobic hermetically sealed second isolation chamber 16 for containing live cultures 18. An openable separating seal 20 separates the chambers 12 and 16. The separating seal 20 is openable to connect the insides of chambers 12 and 16 to each other to inoculate the growth medium 14 with the culture 18, to allow activation of said cell, tissue and/or microorganism, without compromising anaerobiosis in chambers 12 and 16. The first isolation chamber 12 has a first port 24 and the second isolation chamber 16 has a second port 26. The ports 24 and 26 are provided with a quick connect coupling 28 for anaerobically sealing the ports 24 and 26.
